Zachary Solly
About Zachary Solly
Zachary Solly is a Product Manager specializing in Growth and Activation at FreshBooks in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. With extensive experience in product strategy and Agile development, he has contributed to various roles in product management and coaching since 2014.
Work at FreshBooks
Zachary Solly has been employed at FreshBooks since 2020, currently holding the position of Product Manager: Growth and Activation. In this role, he focuses on enhancing product growth through user discovery and rapid experimentation. Prior to this position, he served as Product Manager: Shared Infrastructure from 2019 to 2020 and worked as an Agile Coach from 2017 to 2019. His tenure at FreshBooks spans multiple roles, contributing to the company's product strategy and growth initiatives.
Previous Experience at ThinkOn
Before joining FreshBooks, Zachary Solly worked at ThinkOn as a Product Manager from 2015 to 2017. His responsibilities included overseeing product development and strategy. Earlier in his career at ThinkOn, he held the position of Product Specialist for six months in 2014. His experiences at ThinkOn provided him with valuable insights into product management and development.
Education and Expertise
Zachary Solly studied at Fanshawe College, where he earned an IT Network Technician designation from 2015 to 2018. He also attended the University of Guelph, obtaining a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in History and Political Science from 2008 to 2012. His educational background complements his expertise in Agile development practices and product strategy, particularly in driving growth among paid subscriptions.
Background in Product Management
Zachary Solly has a strong background in product management, with experience in leading user discovery and rapid experimentation to foster product growth. His work has involved shaping product strategies that focus on increasing paid subscriptions. He has also gained insights into Agile methodologies, which he applies in his current and previous roles.
Mentee Experience at APM Toronto
In 2020, Zachary Solly participated as a Mentee at APM Toronto for eight months. This experience allowed him to further develop his skills in product management and connect with industry professionals. The mentorship provided him with additional perspectives on product development and management practices.